Ben thanks Bill and presents him with a certificate of appreciation for his excellent
talk.

Dave announces coffee break

COFFEE BREAK

Dave introduces John ( VE3AMZ ) to give a 2 minute tech tip.

John informs us that pictures from the recent work done to the KSR site ( antenna
replacement ) are available for viewing.

John demonstrates the correct tools and technique for wire stripping . Crimping tools
and methods are also mentioned .

Dave introduces Paul ( VE3SY ) Paul informs us that the KWARC and RAC websites now can
show what privileges a particular ham has . We are encouraged to check our own for
accuracy in the database.

Dave mentions that copies of current bulletin ( to take ) and the club QSL book ( to
view ) are available at the front desk. Introduces Robert the club ARES co-ordinator .

Robert tells us of the upcoming meeting with the Red Cross and ambulance people .
Volunteers are needed for New Years Eve to be on stand-by from 6 -10 p.m. .If they
are called out , replacements will try to be found to cover time up til 2 a.m.

Dave introduces Linda ( VE3LWH ) Linda tells us of the scout jamboree on the air for
which she needs operators . Bands used will be 80,40,20,and two 2m stations with packet ,
voice and cw overall .A QSL card also needs to be designed for this event .Date : October
16th 2-8 p.m. at Scout House on Frederick . Set-up time around 11 a.m. .

Dave introduces Harold ( VE3DWH ) Harold informs us of the QCWA meeting coming up .
Also a new location for the Hammond museum has been opened . See Noreen at the Edinburgh
plant for access . Note that Fred Hammond ( VE3HC ) has recently had surgery and is at
Guelph General but no visitors permitted at present .

Dave tells us that the "coffee ladies" are retiring and a replacement is
needed . Let Mary or Marg know if you would like to take over this position . No
replacement means no coffee !!!

John ( VE3AMZ) mentions that there is a group of microphone fanatics on
14.178 between 7-9 p.m. who are very keen on perfecting their microphone technology .

Larry announces the packet meeting tomorrow night 7 p.m. . Remember to continue to
collect Zehrs tapes and give them to Mary to help fund the packet group .

Gerry ( VE3DYY ) informs us of the Canwarn website based out of Shelbourne

Ben ( VA3BNY ) informs us of the Christmas dinner at the Transylvainia club this year
on December 17th . Tickets to be available at next months meeting . Cost will be around 12
dollars . Tedd ( VE3TJD ) is helping to organize this event